Did You Know
“That’s All Right” is a song by Elvis Presley, often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll.” It was released as a single in 1954 and is considered one of Elvis’s early hits and a pivotal moment in the history of rock and roll music.
The song was originally written and recorded by blues musician Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup in 1946 under the title “That’s All Right, Mama.” Elvis Presley’s version of the song, with slight variations in lyrics and arrangement, brought a unique fusion of blues, country, and rockabilly influences. His recording was made at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, on July 5, 1954, with Scotty Moore on guitar and Bill Black on bass.
Elvis’s energetic and charismatic performance, combined with the catchy and upbeat arrangement, helped to popularize rock and roll and establish him as a major musical force. “That’s All Right” is often considered one of the first rock and roll recordings and a key moment in the genre’s evolution. It was a significant turning point in Elvis Presley’s career, marking the beginning of his rise to fame.
The success of “That’s All Right” launched Elvis Presley’s career, and he went on to become one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of popular music. The song remains a classic in his catalog and a milestone in the history of rock and roll.
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Lyrics
Well, that’s all right now mama
That’s all right with you
That’s all right now mama, just anyway you do
That’s all right, that’s all right
That’s all right now mama, anyway you doMy mama, she done told me, papa done told me too
“Son, that gal you’re foolin’ with
She ain’t no good for you”
But that’s all right now, that’s all right
That’s all right now mama, anyway you doI’m leaving town, baby
I’m leaving town for sure
Well, then you won’t be bothered with me hanging ’round your door
Well, that’s all right, that’s all right
That’s all right now mama, anyway you doThat’s all right, that’s all right
That’s all right now mama, anyway you do
Well, that’s all right now mama, anyway you do